Virginia Optical Center Inc.

Virginia Optical Center Inc. Optical Shop in Petersburg, VA. Established in 1983, Virginia Optical Center Inc. is the place to go for eyewear. Give us a call or stop by today.

Located in Petersburg, Virginia, our locally owned and operated optical shop offers five-star service and the quality of our service hasn't gone unnoticed. In fact, we're the past winners of the Progress-Index Poll's Best of the Tri-Cities award. Experience our superior service for yourself to see why clients continue to rely on us for their eyeglasses needs. We have a large selection of designer eyeglasses as well as budget eyewear to choose from.

03/11/2021

Visual acuity is measured in terms of “uncorrected visual acuity” or UCVA, which refers to how well you see without the help of glasses or contacts.

03/09/2021

Do you wear glasses and love to swim? Protect your eyes without compromising your eyesight by wearing swim goggles that have been outfitted with prescription lenses.

03/04/2021

Your skin is not the only part of your body that needs protection from the sun - your eyes do as well. Prolonged exposure can lead to the development of pinguecula, a thickening of the conjunctiva on the sclera. Sunglasses with a UV protectant coating offer excellent protection.

03/02/2021

If you have children who wear glasses, you know that it can be a struggle to keep them in good condition (the glasses, that is). Keep a backup pair on hand in the event the primary pair breaks.

02/25/2021

As with all health-related matters, you should have your eyes checked at least once a year. Doing this identifies problems in their earlies stages and allows preventive and corrective measures to be taken immediately.

02/23/2021

Eyeglasses first appeared in the late 13th century, and were held up to the eyes when needed. Temple pieces (the arms) to hold them on the face didn’t show up until the 1700s.

02/18/2021

No, your eyesight has not deteriorated in the week since you bought your new glasses – the lenses need to be cleaned! Keep soft cloths designed specifically for cleaning lenses in several places – your desk, glove compartment, purse, and briefcase to name a few.

02/16/2021

Some medications cause problems with contact lenses. If you've been prescribed something that could be an issue and need to switch to glasses, let us help you.

02/09/2021

Your frames are as important as your lenses. Check them regularly for cracks or loose joints. If they no longer sit properly on your face, bring them in to have them adjusted so you can wear them comfortably.

02/04/2021

Lenses are available in a variety of materials, weights, and thicknesses. We will work with you to find the materials that best fit your prescription, your lifestyle, and your budget.

02/02/2021

If you have a school age child and you have noticed a drop in grades, have his or her eyes checked. In many cases, poor eyesight is the source of the problem and early intervention can put your child back on track.

01/28/2021

Myopia, more commonly known as nearsightedness, impairs the ability to see things at a distance. The most common cause is the eyeball growing too large during childhood causing the focal point to be in front of the retina.

Address

Petersburg, VA
23805

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 2pm

Telephone

804-861-3005

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